Getting Started with Make.com Utils

The make.com platform includes powerful Utils modules that help you transform, format, and validate data inside your scenarios without writing complex code.

This how-to article explains what the Utils modules are, how they work, and how you can use them step by step inside your automations.

What Are Utils Modules in Make.com?

Utils modules in make.com are universal tools that work with data, not with specific apps or services. You can insert them anywhere in a scenario to change values, clean up text, or calculate dates.

Typical use cases include:

• Formatting or transforming text and numbers
• Converting dates and times
• Validating or checking values
• Building custom outputs using variables

The Utils modules are especially useful when you connect multiple apps and need your data to be consistent at every step.

Why Use Make.com Utils Modules

Using Utils modules in make.com gives you flexibility and control over data that standard app modules cannot provide on their own.

Key benefits include:

• Consistency: Ensure values have a unified format before they move to the next module.
• Reusability: The same Utils setup can work across different scenarios and connectors.
• Clarity: Break down complex operations into small, readable steps.
• Efficiency: Reduce manual work and avoid custom code where possible.

How Utils Modules Work in Make.com

Utils modules in make.com are added to scenarios just like any other module. They process input from previous modules and output new values that subsequent modules can use.

The main building blocks you will see on the Utils reference page are:

• Data types and formats: Definitions for text, numbers, dates, booleans, and other types.
• Transform functions: Operations that modify, calculate, or reformat data.
• Validation functions: Checks that confirm whether values follow expected rules.

You can find the full reference list and examples on the official Utils documentation page at make.com Utils reference.

How to Access Utils in Make.com

To start working with Utils modules in make.com, follow these general steps inside the scenario editor.

Step 1: Open or Create a Scenario in Make.com

1. Log in to your make.com account.
2. From the dashboard, create a new scenario or open an existing one.
3. Click on the canvas to add your first app module, such as a trigger from a form, CRM, or webhook.

Once you have at least one module, you can insert Utils modules between or after other modules.

Step 2: Insert a Utils Module

1. Click the small plus icon between two modules, or at the end of your scenario path.
2. In the module picker, search for functions that correspond to the Utils operations you want to use. The exact list and names are documented on the Utils reference page.
3. Select the appropriate operation and add it to your scenario.

Each Utils operation in make.com includes a configuration panel where you can map inputs and define options.

Step 3: Map Inputs from Previous Modules

Most Utils modules in make.com accept fields from earlier modules as inputs. To map them:

1. Open the configuration of your Utils module.
2. Click into a field where you want to use an earlier value.
3. Choose the desired variable from the mapping panel (for example an email address, a timestamp, or a numeric value).
4. Combine mapped items with static text, separators, or other constants as needed.

Mapping tells make.com which data to process and how to combine different variables.

Step 4: Configure the Output Format

Depending on the specific Utils operation, you will be able to set:

• The expected data type (text, number, date, etc.)
• The output format, such as date pattern or decimal places
• Error handling rules or default values

Once configured, the Utils module returns a result that can be referenced by every later module in your scenario.

Example: Using Utils in a Make.com Scenario

The exact examples on the official site may differ, but the general approach in make.com is consistent. Consider a scenario where you receive a timestamp from one app and need a human-readable date for an email or report.

1. Trigger: Receive new record data from an app or webhook.
2. Utils: Add a module that transforms the raw timestamp into a formatted date string.
3. Output: Use the formatted date in an email body, a document, or a CRM field.

This pattern can be repeated with other data types: you can clean phone numbers, adjust number precision, or validate values before sending them to another service.

Best Practices for Working with Make.com Utils

To get the most out of the Utils tools in make.com, keep these practices in mind:

• Start simple: Add a single Utils module to handle one transformation at a time.
• Label clearly: Rename modules with descriptive titles so you know what each operation does.
• Test frequently: Use the run once feature to inspect input and output values for every step.
• Document your logic: Note why each Utils module exists, especially in complex automations.

These habits make it easier to maintain and extend your scenarios over time.

Troubleshooting Utils in Make.com

If a Utils module in make.com does not behave as expected, use the following checks:

• Verify that the input variable is not empty and has the correct type.
• Compare your configuration with examples from the official reference page.
• Review mapping to ensure you are using the correct item from a previous module.
• Look at the scenario execution details to see the exact values received and produced.

When needed, you can also isolate the problematic step by temporarily disabling other branches of the scenario and running only the relevant modules.

Where to Learn More About Make.com Utils

For complete details, specific function descriptions, and technical reference for every option, consult the official documentation at the Utils section: Utils reference on make.com.

If you need strategic help designing complex workflows around make.com, you can also explore specialist automation and integration resources, such as the consulting services available at Consultevo.

By mastering Utils modules in make.com, you gain fine-grained control over how data moves, changes, and gets validated inside every scenario. This skill helps you build more reliable, readable, and scalable automations across all the apps you connect.

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